Illinois § 2.28
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2.28, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2.28.
It shall be unlawful for any person to take fox squirrels and gray squirrels except with a gun or bow and arrow during the open season which will be set annually by the Director between the dates of May 1st to February 28. Dogs may be used in hunting with gun or bow and arrow. It is unlawful for any person to take white squirrels or red squirrels (Tamiasciurus hudsonicus) in this State at any time. It shall be unlawful to take or possess more than the daily take limit and possession limit of squirrels that will be set annually by the Director. Limits cannot exceed a daily take limit of 5 squirrels or a possession limit of 10 squirrels. For the purpose of taking squirrels, the State may be divided into management zones by administrative rule. The provisions of this Section are subject to modification provided by administrative rule. (Source: P.A. 89-341, eff. 8-17-95.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 2.28
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2.28 cover?
Section 2.28 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 2.28?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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